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PUBLISHER
Brian Rushing EDITORIAL
Mary Ditch Editorial Director Bonnie Rushing Contributing Writer COVER PHOTOGRAPHY
Channing Candies CREATIVE
Amber Duplantis Senior Designer Lauren Pontiff Graphic Designer ADVERTISING
Deanne Ratliff Director of Sales Elise Falgout, David Gravois, Beth Tabor Kimberly Ross Sales Assistant EVENTS COORDINATOR
Emily Rini DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
Michelle Ortego
REBECCA PICOU AND LILLIAN ADAMS
Staying Busy! Ahh, February! For such a short month, it sure is jampacked with events, celebrations and holidays! We even have an extra day in February, as 2020 is a Leap Year! Say “Hello” to Feb. 29 on your calendars! Did you know we celebrate all of the following in February: Groundhog Day (Feb. 2), Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14), Presidents’ Day (Feb. 17), and Mardi Gras (Feb. 25). Several of our stories have fun activities to celebrate these holidays! Also, February is American Heart Month and Black History Month! Our recipe and activities this month support a healthy heart. Check out the book reviews and calendar for ways to celebrate Black History Month. And just in case you need a few more fun things sprinkled into your month, don’t forget about these lesser known days (I swear, I didn’t make these up!): National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day (Feb. 1), National Tater Tot Day (Feb. 2), National Kite-Flying Day (Feb. 8), National Pizza Day (Feb. 9), International Day of Women and Girls in Science (Feb. 11), National Walk Your Dog Day (Feb. 22), and International Polar Bear Day (Feb. 27). Have fun and celebrate big!
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CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
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Pictures from the classroom
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FUN FOR THE FAMILY Local event calendar
HEALTHY BITES WITH TGMC Stuffed Green Bell Pepper Soup
KID ENERGY ALL-STARS Hunter Ross
6160 W. Park Ave., Houma, LA 70364 • 985.868.7515
SYNERGY CENTS WITH PENNY Honoring Our Nation’s Presidents
S.T.E.A.M. ACTIVITY WITH HOUMA FAMILY DENTAL Heart Eruption
Let’s Get Pumping
Book reviews Terrebonne Library event listings
FUN AND GAMES Win $25 courtesy of South Louisiana Bank
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Fall in Love With Your Smile
FUN FOR THE FAMILY
EVENT CALENDAR
Braces and Invisalign
7th Annual Mudbug 5K walk/run
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FEBRUARY 1, 8:30 A.M. ACADIAN ELEMENTARY
Join in the fun at Acadian’s 7th annual race to benefit their school. This fast, fun course begins at the school and loops through the neighborhoods surrounding the school. Registration is $20.
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Story time with Dani Harrelson FEBRUARY 5, 10:30 A.M. LOCKPORT BRANCH LIBRARY
Celebrate the joy of reading aloud with Dani Harrelson, wife of Lockport Chief of Police David Harrelson, Jr., at a special family story time in honor of World Read Aloud Day.
Our behavioral health services create a sense of well-being while improving relationships with family and friends.
A Night to Shine FEBRUARY 7 THIBODAUX FAMILY CHURCH
A Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs ages 14 and older. This year, A Night to Shine celebrates its sixth anniversary! On this one night, over 655 churches from around the world, including Thibodaux Family Church, will come together to host A Night to Shine for approximately 100,000 honored guests through the support of 200,000 volunteers! A Night to Shine is sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation.
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FEBRUARY 6, 6:30-8:30 P.M. MARY AND AL DANOS THEATER, NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY, THIBODAUX
This one-of-a-kind “All Arts” show is amazing crowds across the globe! Be prepared to join in on the high energy, heart pounding action as arts and music collide on one stage. Artrageous, often described as Blue Man Group meets Picasso, was honored to recently performed at the NBA All Stars Weekend at center court and can’t wait to meet you in Thibodaux. Be sure to bring a T-shirt, cap, or pair of shoes to get custom Splattered by an Artrageous Artist in their one-of-a-kind Splatter Station!
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Rotary Club of Houma Cast Iron Cookoff FEBRUARY 8, 11 A.M.- 3 P.M. DOWNTOWN HOUMA
More than 40 cooking teams will prepare and serve their best dishes out of their cast iron cookware. Pass a good time by eating, enjoying live music and outdoor yard games. General admission is $5 which allows you to taste all dishes and vote for your favorite. Drinks and beer will available for purchase. Proceeds benefit service projects of Houma Rotary.
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POV Pop Up: Celebrating Women FEBRUARY 13, 5-8 P.M. GERI LYNN NISSAN, HOUMA
Join us for our second annual Celebrating Women Pop-Up event featuring woman-owned boutiques and businesses. Enjoy shopping at all of your favorite locally owned stores under one roof at Geri Lynn Nissan of Houma. Browse spring fashions, shoes, accessories and more. Bring all of your girlfriends, admission is free.
Family Movie Matinee FEBRUARY 23, 3-5 P.M. MAIN BRANCH LIBRARY, HOUMA
Enjoy a showing of the move “Abominable,” rated PG.
Seussapalooza
FEBRUARY 27, 2 P.M. GOLDEN MEADOW BRANCH LIBRARY
Seuss-lovers of all ages are invited to a Seussapalooza to celebrate all things “Seuss” with a story, game, craft, and more.
“Race for Their Future” 5K Race Fest
Susan Niette, M.C.D., CCC-SLP
MARCH 14, 8 A.M. PELTIER PARK, THIBODAUX
The MAX Charter School will host a 1 Mile Fun Run and 5K Run/Walk to will benefit their students. The MAX Charter School is committed to meeting the unique educational needs of children with dyslexia and other language-related differences throughout the Bayou Region. Proceeds will be used to purchase supplies, services, and technology for the students as well as to hire much-needed paraprofessionals who will assist in the education of our students. The annual event will include food, drinks, games, bounce houses, live music, a silent auction, a Cajun cook-off, and lots more. Registration is $20 before February 14 (t-shirt included), then $30 until race day (no t-shirt).
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MARCH 9, 7 P.M. HOUMA-TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER
See the legendary basketball team in action showcasing exceptional skills and entertainment. This family friendly event features elite dunkers and Guinness World Record holders. Tickets are for sale in advance with Ticketmaster.
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HEALTHY BITES WITH TGMC | BY MICHELLE BRICENO, MS, RD, LDN
CHILI PEPPERS
STUFFED GREEN BELL PEPPER SOUP
Chili peppers are tiny flavor boosters that also contain amazing nutrients. They are high in vitamin C, antioxidants, and beta carotene, to help keep our immune system strong. Peppers are low in calories, sodium, contain fiber and are great ways to flavor food. They contain a chemical compound known as capsaicin, which is the reason peppers are spicy. Did you know that the spice or capsaicin is located in the ribs of the chili peppers, not the seeds? Always handle peppers with care because the oil can irritate your eyes and nose. If you need a way to cool down the burn try milk, bread, or rice. The most common peppers include Anaheim, banana peppers, bell peppers, cayenne peppers, chipotle, habanero, jalapeno, poblano, and serrano.
INGREDIENTS • 3 cups cooked brown rice • 1 lb. lean ground turkey • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper • 1 cup diced onion • 3 cloves garlic, chopped • 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes • 1 3/4 cup tomato sauce • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth • 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram
DIRECTIONS STEP 1 In a large pot, brown ground turkey on high heat. STEP 2 Drain fat and reduce to medium-low heat. Add peppers, onions and garlic. STEP 3 Cook for 5 minutes on low heat. STEP 4 Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and marjoram. Cover and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes. STEP 5 Serve 1 1/2 cups soup with 1/2 cup cooked brown rice per bowl. Makes 6 servings.
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KID ENERGY ALL-STARS
ALL-STAR OF THE MONTH
HUNTER ROSS BASEBALL • EAST HOUMA WARRIORS
When did you start playing sports? I was 5 when I started t-ball with TPR, but have been playing at home for as long as I can remember. Why did you decide to give baseball a try? I have always been throwing a ball and swinging a bat. How often do you practice? During the season, about 3-4 times a week. In the off season, whenever I get the chance to throw the ball with my older brother outside. What have you learned about teamwork? We win as a team and we lose as a team. We have to work together if we want a shot at winning. How do your teammates make practice fun? We cheer each other on and push each other to do our best. What is the best part of a game? When I hit a homerun or don’t get struck out
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What is one thing you do after a good game? Buy snacks at the snack stand before going home Who is your favorite sports hero? Coach James for always motivating me to do my best What are you looking forward to doing next in your sport? Getting better at pitching and being more of a leader to my team Do you play any other sports? Football for TPR for the East Houma Stellers Do you have a favorite jersey number and why? #1 - it has been my number since I started and it has just stuck. It reminds me to do my best.
ALL-STAR ADVICE The umpire is human and will make mistakes - be kind to him. You are human and will make mistakes - be kind to yourself.
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SYNERGY BANK PRESENTS SYNERGY CENTS WITH PENNY D. PELICAN
HONORING OUR NATION’S PRESIDENTS Hello, friends! Each year on the third Monday of February, we celebrate Presidents’ Day to honor the achievements of all U.S. presidents, past and present. Presidents’ Day was originally two holidays celebrating the birthdays of our first president, George Washington (February 22), and our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln (February 12). The two holidays were combined and moved to the third Monday in February in 1971. Presidents’ Day is often celebrated with patriotic celebration and remembrance. Another way we honor both Washington and Lincoln is by having their portraits on our money. Washington is featured on the $1 bill as well as the quarter. Lincoln’s portrait can be found on the $5 bill as well as the penny.
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The $5 bill features a portrait of Lincoln on the front and a picture of the Lincoln Memorial on the back, but it also has some fun hidden features as well. Microprinting You may need to grab a magnifying glass to see the tiny FIVE DOLLARS text repeated inside the left and right borders.
Watermark Hold the bill to light and look for a faint image of three numeral 5s to the left of Lincoln’s portrait.
Security Thread Shine a UV light to the right of the portrait to see an embedded thread glow blue. The thread has USA and 5 printed on it.
Microprinting E PLURIBUS UNUM is written at the top of the shield and USA is repeated between each column.
Watermark Hold the bill to light and look for a faint image of a large numeral 5 in the blank space to the right of the portrait.
Microprinting Look closely at the edge of the purple number on the back off the $5 bill. A tiny USA FIVE is printed there.
State Names The picture of the Lincoln Memorial on the back of the $5 bill contains the names of states just like the real memorial in Washington, D.C.
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S.T.E.A.M. ACTIVITY WITH HOUMA FAMILY DENTAL
HEART ERUPTION Turn a classic experiment with vinegar and baking soda into a work of art! The chemical reaction between the two common household ingredients never gets old. When an acid and a base mix, they form a gas called carbon dioxide. Here the vinegar is the acid and the baking soda is the base. In addition to watching the hearts erupt, watching the colors combine to create one of kind patterns will make you want to do it again and again.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Watercolor paper • Heart pattern (we used a cookie cutter) • Two foil lined baking sheets • Baking soda • Spoon
Using the shape of heart for Valentines Day, this easy afternoon project transforms into a keepsake that you’ll treasure forever and it’s actually frame worthy!
• Vinegar • Medicine dropper • Muffin tin or small cups • Food coloring • Optional for framing: picture frame, plain white sheet of paper and glue stick
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WHAT TO DO: STEP 1 Use a heart pattern to trace hearts on the watercolor paper and cut them out. Place the cut hearts onto a foil lined baking sheet for easy clean up. STEP 2 Using a spoon, generously sprinkle baking soda over all of the hearts. (Remember the more baking soda, the bigger the eruption!) STEP 3 Fill each muffin tin, or small cups, with a 1/4 cup vinegar and add your choice of food coloring and coloring combinations and give it a stir. STEP 4 Using a medicine dropper gently squirt the vinegar mixture over the hearts and watch the fizzy action. STEP 5 Allow the hearts to set for 5 minutes, then gently lift and place on another clean foil lined baking sheet for drying. Once dry, rub the baking soda off of the hearts gently and dust with a paper towel. STEP 6 Select your favorite hearts, swipe the backs with a glue stick and glue to a white sheet of paper that you’ve cut to fit the size of your frame. Fame and admire all that science and art!
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GET MOVING WITH THIBODAUX REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM
LET’S GET PUMPING
FEBRUARY IS HEART HEALTH MONTH Because children today have so many opportunities to use electronics, as parents, we need to focus on growing healthy hearts at home! Leading by example and showing children how to get their hearts pumping is a great way to let them know how much fun it can be to exercise! Exercise time for adults is usually when we decompress before the day begins or after the day ends. It’s good alone time. It’s stress relief. But, when children see moms and dads working out, they want to do it too. What better way to set them up for lifelong healthiness! When they understand that mom or dad wants to take care of their body and try to keep it healthy and in shape, it motivates them to be healthy too.
1. Planking Put your elbows on the floor, raise up on the tips of your toes, and keep your back straight and your abs tight in a line. Hold that position if you can. 30 seconds is pretty good if your kids can hold it that long.
2. Squats Put your feet shoulders’ width apart and do deep knee bends as if you’re sitting down on an invisible chair. Put your arms out. Make sure your knees don’t extend past your toes.
So, pick a day or two each week and work out together… enjoy the fun, bonding experience! A few tips when working out together: work out at your own pace; don’t get your hopes up if your child, or yourself, cannot keep up. We’re not all American Ninja Warriors! It’s mainly an opportunity to introduce fitness to your children and give them a chance to have fun with exercise. Give them some pointers and try to help maintain good form with certain exercises, because learning to do it right is just as important as doing it. Let’s get started with a few at home moves that most families can accomplish together!
4. Crunches Sit-ups, but not all the way from floor to knee. Just curl your chest toward your knees.
3. Push-ups Keep your abs tight and your back straight; you can do this with a straight or bent knees. 6. Side leg raises Just like Jane Fonda used to do! Keep your legs straight.
5. Lunges Take a step. Touch your back knee to the floor, and make sure your front knee doesn’t extend past the toes. 7. Burpees Let’s get your heart racing! Squat, then put your hands to the ground. Kick your legs straight back behind you, landing on your toes. Then do a push-up, bring your legs back underneath you, and jump straight up off the floor.
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8. Mountain climbers Start in a push-up position, then alternate bringing one foot at a time forward toward your armpit and then extend it back out.
Don’t forget to first start with a warm-up to get everyone limbered-up and ready. Maybe high knees, or jogging in place, pretend jumping rope, or jumping jacks. Then mix it up! Let each child assemble a workout by picking three of the listed exercises. Do 10 of each exercise and try to finish a circuit: three sets of those three exercises.
9. Butterfly kicks Lie on your back. Keeping your abs tight, raise your feet just barely off the floor and flutter-kick them.
With a circuit-style workout, they can also look forward to an upcoming change with the next exercise. Nobody gets bored doing the same thing for a long period of time. And of course, don’t forget to turn up the music. Music always makes exercise more fun.
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10. V-ups This one’s like a sit-up, but in the shape of a V. Lie back, extend your arms out above your head on the floor, then lift your legs and raise your torso and hands until you make a V. Reach toward your feet, then back down again.
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BY NAOMI HURTIENNE MAGOLA, YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH • Field Trips
• fun for every age!
• Private Parties
• Most Escape rooms under one roof in the country!
• try our new kid friendly room!
February is Black History Month and there is no better place to celebrate than at your local library. There will be engaging, all ages programs across the parish highlighting the achievements of African Americans. Be sure to check out our calendar of events or sign up for our newsletter at www.mytpl.org in order to be up-to-date on library happenings.
279 Enterprise Dr #102, Houma
In addition to our Black History Month celebrations, don’t forget to check out all the resources that the library has. From the newest novels and memoirs, DVDs and magazines, to free access to Ancestry.com, the library has much to offer.
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In order to get you and your family in the mood to celebrate, here are a couple of my favorite books by and about African Americans. All three books are available through the Terrebonne Parish Library System, and you can reserve a copy today at www.mytpl.org.
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Preschool
Queen of the Scene
Written by Queen Latifah Illustrated by Frank Morrison Whether it’s hopscotch, racing, or ball games, there is no match for our narratorshe’s the Queen of the Scene. This fun rhythmic read aloud reminds the reader to take pride in their abilities and to remember that “the queen in you walks tall.”
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A good haircut can change everything and the barbershop is where boys go to get transformed into princes. Derrick Barnes’ multiple award-winning read aloud is a love letter to the magic of a fresh haircut and how it can change lumps of clay into swaggering, high grade earning, head turning royalty.
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Written by Jewell Parker Rhodes S c h o o l ’s o v e r — i t ’s summertime. And this summer it is Maddy’s turn to leave the city and visit her grandmother who lives down on the bayou. She knows that when she gets there that there won’t be any TV to watch or phone to use, and no friends to play with. But, what she doesn’t know is that she is about to step into a bayou world that is full of magic, fireflies, and mermaids.
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FUN AT THE LIBRARY
EVENT CALENDAR Black History Month Celebrations Color Your Own Freedom Quilt Square Squares will be added to a wall to make a complete freedom quilt in honor of Black History Month. All ages are welcome to complete a square. FEBRUARY - MONTH LONG PROGRAM BOURG BRANCH Auto - Home - Flood - Commercial
Black History Month Program Celebrate Garrett Morgan, inventor of the traffic light, with a special traffic light craft.
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The Virtual Academy of Lafourche
FEBRUARY 3, 4-5 P.M. CHAUVIN BRANCH
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
2020-2021 Open Enrollment
FEBRUARY 4, 4-5 P.M. MONTEGUT BRANCH
The Virtual Academy of Lafourche Online Type 1 Charter School is accepting enrollment for the 2020-2021 school year in grades Kindergarten through 12.
Black History Month Celebration There will be a special story time, craft, and activities. FEBRUARY 6, 4-5 P.M. MAIN BRANCH
If you are a parent of school-age children residing in Lafourche Parish interested in providing an individualized, flexible, educational setting for your children, please visit valcharter.org and click how to apply or call Dianne Brown at 985-446-2877 or visit any of the four Virtual Academy of Lafourche sites locations:
Black History Month Movie “Harriet” FEBRUARY 8, 3-4 P.M. NORTH BRANCH
African-American Paper Quilt Squares Join us for our Black History Month program as we learn how to make quilts that served a very important role in history.
Harrison Street and St. Mary Street Sites in Thibodaux Bayou Blue Site at the intersection of Hwy 316 and Country Estates Drive South Site in Cut Off on Highway 308
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Mardi Gras Fun Mardi Gras Craft For grades K – 6th. FEBRUARY 11, 6-7 P.M. EAST HOUMA BRANCH
Create! This month, children will be making Mardi Gras masks. FEBRUARY 16, 3-4 P.M. MAIN BRANCH
Mardi Gras Shoe Box Floats FEBRUARY 17, 4-5 P.M. MONTEGUT BRANCH
“Mardi Gras Crown” Craft FEBRUARY 18, 2-2:30 P.M. GIBSON BRANCH
Mardi Gras Mask Workshop FEBRUARY 20, 4-5 P.M. CHAUVIN BRANCH
Mardi Gras Craft FEBRUARY 24, 4-5 P.M. DULARGE BRANCH
Mini King Cakes Registration Required FEBRUARY 24, 11 A.M. – 12 P.M. MONTEGUT BRANCH
“Krewe of Baby Boulettes” Parade Kids are welcome to dress up in their favorite costume and celebrate the carnival season! Call 985-563-2014 for more information.
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